Specialist, EMEA Payroll Accounting at S&P Global

Ahmedabad, gujarat, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Payroll Accounting, General Ledger Accounting, Balance Sheet Reconciliations, SOX Compliance, Journal Entries, Accruals, ERP Systems, SAP, Oracle, Workday Finance, Microsoft Office, Communication, Analytical Problem Solving, Global Collaboration, Workload Management, Process Improvement

Industry

Financial Services

Description

About the Role: Grade Level (for internal use): 08 S&P Global Corporate The Role: Specialist, EMEA Payroll Accounting (Record to Report) Location: Ahmedabad, India The Team: Be part of a global record to report team and collaborate with domestic and international retained staff; third parties; All global business units; Technology teams & Controller’s organization focusing on achieving team / company objectives. The Impact: The EMEA Payroll Accounting Specialist (Reporting to Manager, GL Controls, Record to Report) is responsible for the end to end accounting of payroll for all EMEA entities where S&P Global (SPGI) payroll is processed. The role ensures that payroll transactions are accurately reflected in the General Ledger, supports month end close, performs balance sheet reconciliations, and maintains strict SOX compliance. The specialist works closely with internal payroll teams, country controllers, external auditors, and vendors to deliver reliable financial reporting and drive continuous improvement. What’s in it for you: Opportunity to be part of S&P Global, a growing global organization that powers the markets of the future. Be part of a global record to report team and collaborate with domestic and international retained staff; third parties; Intercompany; Business finance, Controllers, AP & OTC teams, and all global business units focusing on achieving team / company objectives. To work in the latest cutting edge technologies including our initiatives into automation. Key Responsibilities & Impact: Analyze payroll reports from the SPGI payroll team and verify that every transaction is correctly posted to the company’s General Ledger for all EMEA countries. Review payroll balance‑sheet accounts for unusual activity; collaborate with local country controllers to prepare and book necessary journal entries, ensuring accounting accuracy for reporting. Perform balance‑sheet reconciliations for payroll‑related accounts (net‑pay clearing, tax/social liabilities, pension, benefits, inter‑company payroll, FX revaluation where applicable). Support monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close for Business Units and Global Controllers, including accruals recording and reporting to EMEA Controllership. Prepare and classify journal entries needed to clear reconciliations and resolve variances. Provide ad‑hoc support for Record‑to‑Report (R2R) projects as assigned by team leads. Liaise with external auditors on any ad‑hoc requests and ensure audit readiness. Back‑fill and support other accountants in the team during peak periods or absences. Drive process improvements and automation initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce manual effort. Core Competencies & Behavioral Attributes: Excellent communication – Strong written and verbal skills to interact with internal employees, external vendors, and third party partners at all levels. Analytical problem solving – Ability to analyze issues quickly, resolve them efficiently, and maintain SOX compliance. Global collaboration – Comfortable working with diverse, geographically dispersed teams worldwide. High accuracy & workload management – Precise attention to detail, understanding of end to end payroll processes, and ability to meet tight deadlines. Independent & accountable – Works autonomously, takes ownership of tasks, and knows when to escalate matters to management. Multitasking in fast paced environments – Handles several priorities simultaneously without compromising quality. Leadership & initiative – Motivated to achieve objectives; willing to lead projects and initiatives when required. Flexibility – Adaptable to changing business needs, especially during critical periods (e.g., month end, audit windows). Required Qualifications: • Experience: 2-4 years of payroll and benefits accounting and reconciliation experience required • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. • Technical Skills : Strong knowledge of GL accounting, accruals, and reconciliations. Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workday Finance) Knowledge of all Microsoft Office Products specifically Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word • Compliance: Demonstrated experience working in a SOX controlled environment and ensuring regulatory compliance. • Must be willing to work in the Ahmedabad office and amenable to work in EMEA hours. Shift Time: EMEA Hours (2 PM to 11 PM) flexible is required. What’s In It For You? Our Mission: Advancing Essential Intelligence. Our People: We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference. Our Values: Integrity, Discovery, Partnership Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals. Benefits: We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global. Our benefits include: Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body. Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on. Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills. Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs. Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families. Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference. For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global: At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets. Recruitment Fraud Alert: If you receive an email from a spglobalind.com domain or any other regionally based domains, it is a scam and should be reported to reportfraud@spglobal.com. S&P Global never requires any candidate to pay money for job applications, interviews, offer letters, “pre-employment training” or for equipment/delivery of equipment. Stay informed and protect yourself from recruitment fraud by reviewing our guidelines, fraudulent domains, and how to report suspicious activity here. ----------------------------------------------------------- Equal Opportunity Employer S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment. If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person. US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf describes discrimination protections under federal law. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision - https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf ----------------------------------------------------------- 20 - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), FINANC203 - Entry Professional (EEO Job Group) S&P Global delivers Essential Intelligence® that shapes decision making. We provide the world’s leading organizations with the right data, connected technologies and expertise they need to move ahead. As part of our team, you’ll help solve complex challenges that equip businesses, governments and individuals with the knowledge to adapt to a changing economic landscape.

Responsibilities

The specialist is responsible for the end-to-end accounting of payroll for all EMEA entities, ensuring transactions are accurately reflected in the General Ledger and supporting month-end close activities. This includes performing balance sheet reconciliations, booking necessary journal entries, and maintaining strict SOX compliance.